Turkey a La King

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023
This is a smart way to use up leftover turkey. You might want to make a double batch! —Mary Gaylord, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3/4 cup sliced celery
  • 1/4 cup diced green pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1-1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
  • 3 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
  • 1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 6 slices bread, toasted

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, saute the onion, celery and green pepper in butter until tender. Stir in flour and sugar until a paste forms.
  2. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; boil until thickened, about 1 minute. Reduce heat. Add cream, turkey and mushrooms; heat through. Serve with toast.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 297 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 591mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.